Valerie

Ms Valerie Linehan

Psychotherapist

I offer a space where you can explore your concerns and the support to make changes in your life at your own pace. A non-judgemental approach which allows you to feel truly seen is my priority. I will accompany you as you look inward so that you can find more peace in your life.

About Me

I offer a calm, non-judgemental space where you can truly be yourself. If you are seeking support to explore concerns and make changes, I will accompany you. We will gently look inward, processing difficult emotions at your own pace. This collaborative approach helps you gain clarity and find more peace. My priority is ensuring you feel deeply seen and understood throughout our work together.

Approach

You can expect sessions to move at a gentle rhythm, where I listen without judgement and reflect back what matters most to you. Based in Cork, I offer in-person and online work in English, with space between meetings for small, practical steps you choose to try. We notice patterns in mood, relationships, stress or loss and use curiosity, clear questions and paced reflection to change them. Those seeking steadier mood, clearer choices or more manageable days often find this way of working helpful.
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Basic Information

Services


Services Offered:

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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  • Therapy

    Professional treatment for mental health concerns, providing a structured space for insight, emotional processing, and behavioural change.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Elderly
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise


Scope of Practice:

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Chronic Illness

    A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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Professional Title:

  • Psychotherapist

    A professional trained to provide in-depth therapy that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting change.

Qualifications


Munster Technological University

Registrations


Irish Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy (IACP)

Memberships


Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP)

Full Member

Membership: M14360

Service Area


Clock House

In-person & Online

Cork City Centre

Cork, Cork

Ireland

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